Q170 / 180 · NEET 2020 (Phase 1) · Zoology

By which method was a new breed ‘Hisardale’ of sheep formed by using Bikaneri ewes and Marino rams?

  • A
    Mutational breeding
  • Correct answer
    B
    Cross breeding
  • C
    Inbreeding
  • D
    Out crossing

Solution

Crossbreeding: The mating of animals belonging to different breeds is called cross-breeding. It involves interbreeding of superior males of a breed with superior females of another breed to produce hybrid animals.

E.g. Bikaneri ewes were cross-breed with Marino rams to produce hybrid Hisardale. 

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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